r/IELTS 12h ago

Test Experience/Test Result My IELTS score, non-native

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67 Upvotes

Honestly, I could’ve done better on the speaking part if it wasn’t for my anxiety 😭. The examiner kept on asking me about my ‘perfect job’ and work environment. During the task 2 I was so distracted and never even wrote down my thoughts on paper so I feel like my answers were not arranged logically and I kept repeating the same thing in different words.
Same goes for the writing part, it was computer based so I could hear everyone typing and it just messed with my thought process a lot and I got more anxious when my thoughts were interrupted and realising that everyone was writing continuously while I kept pausing and thinking.


r/IELTS 16h ago

Test Experience/Test Result IELTS Academic score of a non-native English speaker

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20 Upvotes

This is my third time of taking IELTS. My first try in 2016, I got a total score of 7. In 2021, I scored 7.5. Wasn’t able to use these exams because of financial problems. Hopefully, this is the last time! I prepared 2 months for this because I know how limited my English skills are lol. I self-studied and just took a lot of mock tests. Every MWF after work, I practiced listening and writing. TTHS were allotted for speaking and reading.

To be honest, i thought I messed up my reading and listening exams because I had a bunch of unsure answer. I was also surprised I got my desired score in writing because ChatGPT would always score me 6.0-6.5! So I’m happy with my scores now. Hoping this would be enough for my master’s/ PhD applications.


r/IELTS 14h ago

Test Experience/Test Result My results are out..

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14 Upvotes

I think I would have got 7.5 overall if I prepared slightly more on improving Reading and Speaking..

What do you think, is this good if I prepared only one and half month.

P. S: I had 6.0 initially, in 2024 when I was 14. Did nothing for straight two years, btw I am not native( who cares right?)


r/IELTS 14h ago

Test Experience/Test Result First attempt as a non-native speaker from BD

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12 Upvotes

Messed up writing a bit, but overall happy with how things turned out


r/IELTS 11h ago

Test Experience/Test Result I just got my results of pen and paper based test

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10 Upvotes

I could've done better in writing . In writing I panicked and couldn't write effectively. Ask me anything or if you need any help regarding any section. I needed an overall 7 with no band less than 7 for my university admission so more than happy with this result.


r/IELTS 18h ago

Other IELTS Preparation Day 23

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8 Upvotes

What’s your recommendations?


r/IELTS 9h ago

Test Experience/Test Result Got my retake results

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8 Upvotes

Firstly,I got 6.5 while my classmates got 7 i thought about retake and still got 6.5.What do you think(im 14 btw) From Kazakhstan


r/IELTS 11h ago

Test Experience/Test Result My ielts result from a while ago

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6 Upvotes

Hi,

I took my test in 2022 but recently discovered this sub. So I just wanted to share my scores.


r/IELTS 12h ago

Test Experience/Test Result first try non native speaker

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5 Upvotes

r/IELTS 21h ago

Test Experience/Test Result Do students who take IELTS usually get higher results in the real exam than they do in practice?

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Just out of curiosity, did you get a higher result than what you were expecting and your practice results?


r/IELTS 14h ago

Have a Question/Advice Needed Should I get a remark or a retake?

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4 Upvotes

I was expecting to get at least a 7.0, but I got 6.5 instead (I’m pretty terrible at speaking english). Is this enough to study abroad for Australia? Or should I retake/remark?


r/IELTS 2h ago

Test Experience/Test Result Yaaay, got my ielts score today, I needed 6.0-6.5, but it turned out even better!

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r/IELTS 14h ago

Have a Question/Advice Needed Guys, is it true that IELTS paper-based tests in India will stop after August 22, 2026? 😮

4 Upvotes

I just came across this news. Is it officially confirmed? If yes, what about students who prefer the paper-based test?

Has anyone received an official update from IDP or the British Council? Please share if you know. 


r/IELTS 17h ago

Study Partner Request Find friends to speak English with

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I'm an Arab girl, 21 years old. Arabic is my native language. I'm looking for people to speak English with to improve my speaking skills.I have a problem with my writing skills.


r/IELTS 21h ago

Have a Question/Advice Needed IELTS for PhD scholarship abroad

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Please guide me how I can prepare for IELTS without joining any academy


r/IELTS 8h ago

Have a Question/Advice Needed On the contradictory advice for Writing Task 2.

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Hey, guys! I have a few questions about IELTS Writing Task 2 because I've come across a lot of conflicting information online.

I understand that the format is flexible, but most online sources, namely IELTS Liz, IELTS Advantage, and even the official IELTS IDP website, are adamant that you should include an example in each body paragraph. However, you almost never see examples in their sample essays. In fact, some model essays even present two reasons to support the writer's opinion within a single paragraph.

As someone who only wrote argumentative essays during my O Levels, that is the structure I am most familiar with. However, most online sources seem to advise against it.

Furthermore, the recommended structure for discussion essays varies significantly between these websites. For example, the IELTS IDP website recommends a five-paragraph structure, with the fourth paragraph dedicated solely to stating and defending your own opinion, whereas most other sources omit that paragraph altogether.

How important are these formats? Should I just stick to one because they're confusing me? If so, then which one?


r/IELTS 13h ago

Have a Question/Advice Needed Please give tips on speaking

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So I will be giving IELTS exam tomorrow and I am really nervous and struggling with the speaking part.
Can y’all provide few tips on speaking and how to avoid getting nervous during the exam.


r/IELTS 13h ago

Have a Question/Advice Needed Which of the avail resources do I use

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Heyy, I'm an intl student but I'm fluent and good with English tho I think I need writing practice. I'm confused on what all resources to use since there seem to be a lot. Is just going through the official books enough? And is there any free website where I can then practice and see my scores?


r/IELTS 18h ago

Have a Question/Advice Needed I become too nervous

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Today I gave my only mock test and my exam will be in 25th of july. I had some issues otherwise I'd have given more mock tests. I find out that I had become too panicked and that's why I didn't been able to answer y/n/ng which I've had answered more easily when I've practiced in my home. What can I do? Any suggestions?


r/IELTS 2h ago

Have a Question/Advice Needed Any tips for Writing and Speaking improvements in 10 days?

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Hey guys, I have my IELTS exam in one week and I really need some advice for speaking and writing

Right now, I'm scoring around an 8.5 in Listening (ranging between 8.0 and 9.0) and usually an 8.0 in Reading (with a couple of 8.5). However, I'm really worried about speaking and writing, bcs I was only focused about listening and reading. So, I want to focus my remaining 10 days on polishing speaking and writing and score 6.5 or 7 in each, with a target overall band score of 7.5

For context, I took exams twice before and scored an overall 6.5 both times (Attempt 1: L 7.0, R 7.0, W 5.5, S 6.0 and Attempt 2: L 6.5, R 7.0, W 6.0, S 5.5).

Do you have any tips or strategies I can use over the next 10 days?


r/IELTS 7h ago

Have a Question/Advice Needed Has anyone else received the Burlington IELTS Academic Volume 3 book from IDP India?

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Hi everyone,
I recently booked my IELTS Academic exam through IDP India, and instead of the usual Burlington Volume 1 or Volume 2, I received Burlington IELTS Academic Volume 3 (photo attached).

I’ve searched Reddit and most posts only mention Volumes 1 or 2, so I’m wondering:

Has anyone else received Volume 3?
When did IDP start distributing it?
Is it replacing Volume 2, or is it only being sent to some candidates?
For those who have used it, how similar is it to the actual IELTS exam?

I’d appreciate hearing from anyone who has this edition. Thanks!


r/IELTS 11h ago

Have a Question/Advice Needed How do I deal with anxiety before my IELTS?

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My IELTS exam is in 28 days. I have been preparing since January. But when I went back to my hometown I was busy because of work, and wasn’t able to prepare thoroughly as before. So now feel like I’ve forgotten everything😭I know that I have to lock in obviously, but even though it’s freaking me out


r/IELTS 13h ago

Writing Feedback (Peer Review) Many people go through life doing work that they hate or have no talent for. Why does this happen? What are the consequences of this situation?

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Task 2 : Many people go through life doing work that they hate or have no talent for. Why does this happen? What are the consequences of this situation?

nowadays, a lot of employees choose career paths they're not exactly happy with nor they have the skills required to excel in them. This essay discusses the possible causes and consequences of this urban dilemma.

One fundamental reason for this is financial hardship. Specially For parents and gaurdians carrying the weight of providing for their kids on their back. They often find themselves obligated to work under any conditions, anytime and anywhere. No matter how difficult, monotonous or stressful their position can get.

Another reason for which people do work they are not interested in is escapism. The ones who have falling victim of depression during the time they were unemployed refuse to live the same empty life they lived before. Several research findings confirm the directly proportional relationship between unemployment and higher susceptability to depressive disorders and increased anxiety levels.

One major consequence of this issue is, ironically, becoming depressed. Although the relation between depression and unemployment is evident, conquering that doing a job that one does not enjoy isn't the solution either. In fact, the stress and despair that comes along with it may be even more depressing. Also, people are unlikely to keep their positions for so long when they are not pleased with it on the first place. They either quit early or are dismissed by their manager due to poor performance and lack of motivation.

Overall, everyone working in a job that doesn't appeal to them share mutual experiences and feelings . Stress, boredom and a constant feeling of being obligated. No matter the reason for which they opted for such decision on the first place.


r/IELTS 13h ago

Other Ielts academic UKVI ?

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Hey, I'm an intl student and I've seen that for UK unis if there tehs to be any issues with the visa or concerning the particular uni, it's better to take ielts ukvi as the normal ielts academic might not be enough?


r/IELTS 14h ago

Study Partner Request Searching a partner.

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Just want someone to improve my speaking.